In Part 2 of our “The prosperity gospel, the poverty gospel, and the truth most Christians miss” series, we dive into some of Jesus’ most controversial teachings on wealth. You’ve heard “sell everything,” “camel through the eye of a needle,” and “blessed are the poor,” but what if we’ve been misunderstanding who He was talking to and why?
In this episode, we unpack:
- Why Jesus told the rich young ruler to sell everything—and why He didn’t tell Zacchaeus the same thing.
- The real reason wealth can be dangerous (it’s not what you think).
- Why Joseph of Arimathea, Nicodemus, and a group of wealthy women were never asked to give everything away.
- The parable that proves Jesus wasn’t against being wealthy—but was deeply concerned about our heart posture.
- Why abundance is meant to be shared—and how shopping, gardening, or even buying sunglasses can become worship.
- A fresh, biblical perspective that helps you steward what God has given you without shame, guilt, or greed.
Resources Mentioned:
- 📖 Simple Money, Rich Life by Bob & Linda Lotich: http://seedtime.com/free
- 📜 Bible References: Matthew 19, Mark 10, Luke 18, Luke 8, Luke 19, Luke 16, Luke 12:48, Genesis 13:2, 1 Timothy 6, Ephesians 3:20
- 📺 The Chosen (TV series): https://watch.thechosen.tv
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